Jose M.
7/7/2024
Amazing views!! Great hike, bring some good hiking shoes since you'll be going through gravel, loose dirt depending on the day & stay hydrated. Strongly recommend, it will keep your heart...
God’s Thumb Trail
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2262 SE 3rd St
Lincoln City, OR 97367
God's Thumb Trail, located in Lincoln City, Oregon, provides hikers with an opportunity to explore the breathtaking basalt formation known as The Thumb. The trail, accessed from The Knoll, offers a challenging yet rewarding hike through the forest to reach The Thumb, which is not officially designated but widely recognized by locals and visitors.
Visitors embarking on The Thumb hike should be prepared for a 4.8-mile journey of moderate difficulty, accessible year-round but potentially muddy and slippery after rainfall. With proper caution, hikers can navigate the narrow and hazardous final climb to The Thumb, avoiding private property and following the recommended route from The Knoll.
Established within the Cascade Head Scenic-Research Area, The Thumb trail provides access to a scenic coastal landscape with management objectives focused on preserving natural beauty and promoting research and environmental sensitivity. For more information and detailed hiking guides, visitors are encouraged to consult the resources provided by the City of Lincoln City and various outdoor adventure websites.
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4.55 reviews
Alyssa H.
5/17/2025
Make sure to stop not only at Gods Thumb, but also The Knoll which offers an overlook of Lincoln City. It is recommended not the summit the "Thumb" due to wear and tear to the trail and to...
Jacqui C.
8/11/2024
When we visit Lincoln City, we choose at least one or two trails to hike during our vacation. I found God's Thumb, which was quite close to the beach house we're staying in, and we went here on a...
Seth A.
1/17/2024
God's Thumb is a cool vista point setting offering panoramic overlooks of Oregon's coastline. It can be tricky to find, and is part of a side trek hike off the bigger...Knoll Trail. If you plug...
Tony G.
9/20/2024
Awesome short trail if you wanna do something quick for a couple or three hours, this is the one to do it! The bridge is awesome! Waterfall is awesome! You won't be disappointed!
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